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Teeth.org.au

The Australian Dental Association (ADA) is the peak national body for dentists in Australia. Encouraging the improvement of the oral and general health of the public is a key objective of the ADA.

The ADA has created Teeth.org.au and annually leads the Dental Health Week Campaign to improve awareness and education of dental health in Australia.

Vision and mission

Teeth.org.au is Australia’s home of healthy smiles, providing accessible and up-to-date oral health information and resources to help Australian’s keep their teeth and smile for life.

How Teeth.org.au can help

  • Teeth.org.au provides information on oral health care, dental conditions, and treatments, as well as lifestyle factors linked to oral health through written articles and audio and video multimedia. All information is evidence-based and written and reviewed by dentists around Australia.
  • Teeth.org.au provides advice on access dental care, including Government care and Government-run schemes within Australia.
  • Dental Health Week is held annually in the first full week of August. It is an awareness campaign that aims to broaden awareness of the importance of dental health and to provide health practitioners with resources to educate their patients.

Information lines / help lines

  • Call 02 8815 3333 Mon to Fri, 9am to 5pm, AEST

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This information was originally published on healthdirect - Teeth.org.au.

Last reviewed: April 2022

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Dental Care For Kids | Teeth.org.au

The dental care kids require varies greatly as they grow and develop. This guide has been written to walk you through each stage of their journey.

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Understanding sugar - Australian Dental Association

Sugar is one of the biggest factors that can contribute to the development of tooth decay. The World Health Organization (WHO) recommends adults consume only six or less teaspoons (approximately 24 grams) of free sugar to decrease their risk of tooth decay and unhealthy weight gain.

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The different types of teeth - Australian Dental Association

Understand the different parts that make up the teeth and the types of teeth found in the mouths of children and adults.

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Tongue-tie - Australian Dental Association

A tongue-tie refers to a visually tight/restricted lingual frenum that is causing difficulties in performing certain actions that require the use of the tongue, such as breastfeeding.

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Teeth straightening and braces - Australian Dental Association

Braces and aligners are used by orthodontists in the diagnosis, prevention, and correction of crooked teeth, jaws, and unfavourable bite patterns.

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Sports mouthguards - Australian Dental Association

A sports mouthguard can protect you from some serious sporting injuries, such as broken jaws, fractured, cracked or knocked-out teeth, cut lips and tongues.

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6 steps to a healthy smile - Australian Dental Association

6 steps to a healthy smile

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Visiting the dentist - Australian Dental Association

This article contains information that can help with your dental health concerns.

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Watch Your Mouth podcast - Australian Dental Association

Watch Your Mouth is an oral health education podcast created by the Australian Dental Association.

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Fluoride - Australian Dental Association

Fluoride is one of the best methods to prevent the development of tooth decay. Fluoride toothpaste and drinking fluoridated water are both methods of exposing the teeth to fluoride. 

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